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I am a former Senior Deputy Prosecutor with over 25 years of experience of handling the toughest, most serious cases. Put my experience to work for you. Call now for a free consultation.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
40 years | 25,000 cases
Violent Crime
30%
40 years | 5,000 cases
Domestic Violence
20%
40 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Washington for 39 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Licensed in Idaho for 12 years
State: Idaho
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 14 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Craig Peterson, PLLC
none, Seattle, WA
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Posted by Dave | May 17, 2011
exceeded expectations
was very responsive, listen to my concerns,answered questions, explained the process well, and delivered great results
Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2011 | Criminal Defense
What a Relief!
I contacted Craig after my son was arrested. Not having any experience with the criminal justice system, Craig listened to my concerns and answered my questions in a very clear, understandable and compassionate way. His experience as a King County Prosecuting Attorney provided me peace of mind that...
Posted by Marie | May 05, 2011 | Criminal Defense
Knows the ropes
Craig was extremely valuable in a case involving one of my children. His knowledge of the legal/court system helped us obtain a judgement that kept my child's record clean. Without his help, that would not have been possible. His years of work as a prosecutor were key in helping us negotiate throu...
Craig Arthur Peterson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Peterson is an exceptional attorney. I have been an attorney for 24 years and served as a judge, magistrate, prosecutor, law professor, and private attorney. However, even with all of that experience, I learn from his answers on Avvo each and every day. If you have the chance, hire him in an instant."
"I endorse this lawyer. His willingness to contribute to the AVVO community along with the substance of those contributions displays an attorney that is ready, willing and able to zealously advocate for his clients. I wouldn't think twice about referring a potential client to Mr. Peterson."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Craig is a highly experienced lawyer that I have known over the years. While he doesn't look it, he has over 25 years of experience. He is a good person on your side if in need of legal work."
"I endorse Craig Peterson. Craig is extremely experienced and knowledgeable. When I negotiated with Craig while he was a prosecutor, he was sympathetic to defendants' mental health issues and other mitigating factors. I have no doubt that he will provide excellent representation to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Craig has a great depth of experience with all aspects of criminal law, especially serious crimes."
"Craig is an exceptionally talented attorney. He is very smart, knowledgable, and insightful. I worked with Craig on two major homicide cases. His trial skills, advocacy, and work ethic are all first rate. I also consulted with Craig on numerous cases, and his advice was always spot on. Craig is very well respected in our legal community, among both practitioners and judges. He is a great attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Peterson provides astute, informative answers to people's questions on Avvo. He is a positive force in the legal community and his clients are fortunate to retain him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Craig's decades with the King County Prosecutor's office has earned him wide recognition for superb trial skill, including in extremely tough high profile homicides, as well as honorable conduct. Prosecutor's office's loss, defense bar gain. Highly recommended."
"I endorse this lawyer. Craig is a talented, dedicated and persuasive advocate. He can be trusted to handle the most serious and complex cases. Craig is very well respected by prosecutors, police, defense counsel and the court."
"I endorse Craig without reservation. I had the opportunity to work with Craig while we were deputy prosecutors at the King County Prosecutor's Office. Craig is the consummate professional. He is well respected by judges, prosecutors and fellow defense attorneys. He has practicing exclusively criminal law for over 25 years. Whether your criminal case is large or small, you will be in good hands if Craig Peterson is your attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with Craig for many years at the King County Prosecutor's Office. He has a well-deserved repuation as an outstanding trial attorney and a great legal mind. He has tried hundreds of cases and handled thousands. To but it bluntly, the county's loss is the defense bar's gain. I would recommend Craig without hesitiation to anyone I know in need of legal representation on a criminal matter."
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Experience
Honors
2003
Leadership, King County Prosecutor's Office
1990
Senior Deputy Prosecutor, King County Prosecutor's Office
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Defense Counsel, The Law Office of Craig Peterson, PLLC
1987 - 2011
Senior Deputy Prosecutor, King County Prosecutor's Office
Associations
Washington State Bar Association
King County Bar Association
Washington Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
US District Court-Western District Washington
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Cesar Trochez-Jiminez
Successful
State v. Whitehead, Ogden and Sayachak
Successful
Education
1985
Seattle University
Law
1981
University of Washington -Seattle
Political Science
Speaking Engagements
N/A
Police and Prosecutor meetings and conferences
Various Topics
Publications
2011
Seattle P I
Attack on Elderly Couple
2010
KIRO Radio
Malicious Harassment
2009
The Discovery Channel show "Solved"
Betrayal
2009
Seattle P I
Cat Stabber
2008
KOMO News
Murder for Hire
2008
Prosecutor's Post
Car in Courtroom
2008
Seattle Times
murder for hire
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How long will someone get thats out on dosa and has 9 felony points already and is being charged with a felony eluding?
27 Jun 2011
Q&A
In Washington state, is there any possibility of getting an Alford Plea reversed without an attorney,(because the defendent is
28 Jun 2011
Q&A
Is it possible to reopen a case that was closed for "suicide" when we have facts showing it's a murder?
20 Jun 2011